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Blue Mud Dauber

Chalybion californicum

Description:

Unmistakable metallic blue coloration. Wings shine in the sunlight. About 1 inch length.

Habitat:

Spotted sitting atop a Gooseneck Loosestrife in the flower bed.

Notes:

Primary predator of the infamous Black Widow Spider.

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MelindaKiser
Spotted by
MelindaKiser

Ohio, USA

Spotted on Jul 9, 2018
Submitted on Jul 12, 2018

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